Before 1.16.100 I could use cellular data to access realms and servers. (I have no access to WiFi so data is the only option) but now whenever I try to go on a realm or server it says " You need wifi in order to play with friends" which is the first time I've ever been promptd with that.
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We're actually already tracking this issue at MCPE-55405, so I will resolve and link this ticket as a duplicate.
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